topic sentence shows the main idea of the paragraph concrete detail they support your topic sentence with details, facts, or quotes etc. commentary your thinking of the subject at hand concluding sentence rephrases the main idea To be an effective CEO requires certain characteristics. (TS) a beat-up dirty red 1965 Ford Fairlane. (CD) Romeo held the ball too long which resulted in the sack and a loss of 14 yards. He needs to feel the pressure and get rid of the ball out of bounds and avoid the sack.(CM) We kissed on the beach as the sun slipped below the horizon, and I knew I was the luckiest guy alive.(CS) These are examples of resources you need for a good paragraph Marl sure you need all for a complete and understanding paragraph